Snapping turtle populations across Canada are declining and one researcher is on a mission to gauge the health of the reptiles in New Brunswick. “Although we don’t have the data from New Brunswick to show declines, we do know that they have the same threats in New Brunswick as they do elsewhere,” said Connie Browne, a researchContinue reading “Researcher working to survey snapping turtle population health in N.B.”
Author Archives: Hannah Rudderham
Rent cap not working, province says, but tenants’ rights advocates disagree
New Brunswick’s rent cap expires on Dec. 31 and a New Brunswick cabinet minister says while its renewal is not off the table, she doesn’t believe the rent cap is working. “We are considering all the calls that we do receive from tenants, so just looking at that balanced approach, we don’t want to put in a measureContinue reading “Rent cap not working, province says, but tenants’ rights advocates disagree”
New book details downtown Fredericton legacy of architect Ron Thom
Fredericton city hall, the justice building and other historic buildings in the city may not be around today if it wasn’t for a passionate architect and the reversal of a city council vote back in the 1970s. This moment in history is outlined in Vancouver author Adele Weder’s new book Ron Thom, Architect: The Life ofContinue reading “New book details downtown Fredericton legacy of architect Ron Thom”
Camel spins and toe loops: Older figure skaters find joy, competition
Gaye Cail took some time to reflect when she turned 60. Part of that reflection included stepping back out onto the ice. That was five years ago. She recently took home gold and bronze medals at the International Adult Figure Skating Competition in Ottawa, sponsored by the International Skating Union. Her club, Capital City Figure Skating in Fredericton, sentContinue reading “Camel spins and toe loops: Older figure skaters find joy, competition”
Hockey N.B. awaiting Hockey Canada review before taking ‘next steps’
Hockey New Brunswick promised Thursday it will take unspecified steps to address member concerns after new allegations against Hockey Canada were revealed on Monday, resulting in a cascade of reaction. The Globe and Mail reported that Hockey Canada put player registration fees toward a second fund “for matters including but not limited to sexual abuse,” according to documents obtainedContinue reading “Hockey N.B. awaiting Hockey Canada review before taking ‘next steps’”
Bald eagle spent days ‘fighting to survive’ after being shot in northern N.B.
Officials at the Atlantic Wildlife Institute had to euthanize an immature bald eagle brought in from the northern part of the province after they realized it had been shot. The Institute’s Pam Novak said the eagle was seen on the ground for a few days before rangers were able to pick it up and bring it in.Continue reading “Bald eagle spent days ‘fighting to survive’ after being shot in northern N.B.”
A grass-planting initiative aims to help N.B. coastlines facing erosion
New Brunswick coastlines face the constant challenge of erosion and with significant weather events — the most recent being post-tropical storm Fiona — the coastline can experience damage with little time to recover. Jolyne Hébert, the manager at the Shediac Bay Watershed Association, said the coastline’s sensitive habitats were still recovering from post-tropical storm Dorian, whichContinue reading “A grass-planting initiative aims to help N.B. coastlines facing erosion”
N.B. minimum wage now highest in Atlantic Canada, businesses weigh in
The minimum wage in New Brunswick increased to $13.75 today, making it the highest hourly rate in Atlantic Canada. But with other Atlantic provinces making plans to raise their minimum wages more than once in the next year or two, the “highest hourly rate” title for New Brunswick may not last long. The move toContinue reading “N.B. minimum wage now highest in Atlantic Canada, businesses weigh in”
Saint John tent fire a reminder of risks as temperatures drop
A fire involving a single tent at a homeless encampment on Garden Street in Saint John left one man with minor injuries related to smoke inhalation, according to Staff Sgt. Sean Rocca of the Saint John Police. Rocca said the call came in at 7:13 a.m. Friday and Saint John Fire responded. Paramedics treated the 36-year-oldContinue reading “Saint John tent fire a reminder of risks as temperatures drop”
Ceremonies across New Brunswick honour National Day for Truth and Reconciliation
It is the first year New Brunswick recognized the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation as a provincial holiday. People gathered across the province today to honour the day and remember residential school survivors and those who didn’t make it home. A day of remembrance ceremony was held at Sitansisk First Nation. Chief Allan PolchiesContinue reading “Ceremonies across New Brunswick honour National Day for Truth and Reconciliation”
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